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APY 191G

2004 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,660 mi
Last recorded20,660 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia53,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPY 191G
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 20,660 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 20,374 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 19,498 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 19,498 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 18,836 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

bellhousing bolt loose

Fail 4 Jul 2017 18,836 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour n/s and o/s (1.4.A.2f)

Steering column shaft locking device missing (2.1.6)

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

bellhousing bolt loose

steering box has slight play in inner bearing

Pass 12 Jul 2016 18,021 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 17,860 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 17,658 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 17,658 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

near side rear brake back plate damaged

slight play in near side upper suspension arm

Pass 24 Jun 2013 17,461 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 17,285 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 16,954 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 16,953 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2009 16,286 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 16,060 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Karmann Ghia?

Based on 10,300 MOT tests across 1,364 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
1,364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 786
position lamp(s) not working 340
Horn not working 337
Stop lamp not working 271
Headlamp not working on main beam 265
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APY 191G is a 2004 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 53,408 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Karmann Ghia fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 786 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APY 191G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Karmann Ghia typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 22 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was APY 191G registered?

APY 191G is a 2004 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 2 August 2004.

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